Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
41.6 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yonkers, NY
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Cold Spring, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 41.6-mile drive from Yonkers, NY, to Cold Spring, NY, is a manageable 1-hour and 5-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily travel on local roads, with about 29% of the route on highways, making it a relaxed way to explore the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this trip won't break the bank. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a dynamic driving experience rather than a straightforward cruise. Given its short distance and duration, it's an ideal option for a spontaneous outing or a leisurely exploration of the area.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill River Road | 19.7 mi | 30m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| Albany Post Road | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Bear Mountain-Beacon Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 403 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 9D | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Yonkers Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Central Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Cold Spring, NY.
Start on US 9; NY 9A
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto Yonkers Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
Take the exit
Turn right onto NY 119
Turn left onto NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202
Enter roundabout onto US 9
Continue on US 9
Turn left onto NY 403
Turn right onto NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Continue on NY 9D
Turn right onto NY 301
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 41.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Yonkers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 31.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto Yonkers Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward SMP: Saw Mill River Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NY 119 East: Elmsford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto NY 9A / North Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 9 / Albany Post Road toward Fishkill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$6.85 one way
$13.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.40 | $14.81 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.06 | $16.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
5:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Destination
Late night in Cold Spring on Tuesday
Local time
5:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 41.6-mile route, which is not your typical highway cruise. While 29% of your travel will be on highways, the majority of the experience involves navigating local roads, including Saw Mill River Road and Albany Post Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.7 miles on Saw Mill River Road, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you resume the more dynamic, turn-filled sections. This driving profile means you'll be actively engaged behind the wheel, making it a more interactive journey than a simple interstate trek.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Yonkers Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Yonkers Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Yonkers, NY to Cold Spring, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Fishkill along the way.
Fishkill
Founded 1646
Yonkers is a city of 211,569 people (2020) in Westchester County. The third most populous city in New York state, Yonkers is a suburb of New York City and borders the Borough of the Bronx. Yonkers is known as the "City of Seven Hills," which are Park, Nodine, Ridge, Cross, Locust, Glen, and Church hills.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 41.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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